When You Feel Your Best, You Worry Less Once upon a time, I was one of those people who used to feel stressed daily. I had a ton of responsibilities. The 24-hours in a day weren’t enough to finish the work I had to complete. The struggles were definitely real. I am here to say … Read more
Understanding the Stages and Symptoms of Dementia
Dementia is a term that encompasses a range of conditions that affect the brain. Common symptoms include difficulty remembering, problem-solving, language and judgement impairment. Dementia isn’t an expected part of aging. According to the World Health Organization about 5-8% of people over the age of 60 have dementia.
Being in a hospital, used to be the right option for some families. For others, nursing homes and adult day care centers were ideal for their loved ones. However, a lot has changed in the past two decades especially with advances in medicine and technology. The mindset about receiving care has changed too. While it … Read more
Home Care Careers are in High Demand, but Recruiting is a Challenge
Hiring and retention in the home health care industry has always be tough for providers. When the COVID-19 pandemic caused the job market to plummet many believed this would change the hiring process.
Our worst fear is something happening to those who hold dear in our lives. Do you have an aging parent living at home alone? What makes it more worrying is the fact that we want to keep our aging parents safe during the COVID-19 pandemic. How do we do it? What steps can we take … Read more
How You Can Make A Difference in The Lives of Seniors Who Need Care
For the most part, seniors depending on care have often find themselves feeling lonely and isolated. This is especially true for right now. Many senior care facilities and even in-home care options have been shut down to visitation, due to COVID-19.